Description: 1978 Topps Baseball Card # 102 Matt Alexander - Oakland A's (EX) 1970s baseball cards are largely considered to be the last of the vintage baseball cards. During the 1970s, more people were starting to recognize a collectible value in baseball cards. For most, though, it was still about having fun and connecting with their favorite players and teams, with little regard for the financial value of the cards themselves. Today, there are many valuable 1970s baseball cards, including a large selection of Hall of Famer rookie cards. Among the many Hall of Famers who made their cardboard debuts during the 1970s are Ozzie Smith, Mike Schmidt, George Brett, Robin Yount, Carlton Fisk, Dennis Eckersley, Dave Winfield and Paul Molitor.In addition to the abundance of key rookie cards, condition is also a factor in determining value. Some sets hold up better than others. And then there’s 1971 Topps – easily one of the most condition sensitive sets in the history of the hobby. Although the black borders look great, they don’t hold up well. This has led to big premiums for cards that have sharp corners and edges. Another factor which contributes to the value of 1970’s baseball cards is that up until 1974, Topps issued several different series over the course of a season. This led to many short prints that carry a premium still today.Product DetailsThe 1978 Topps Baseball card set consists of a checklist of 726 standard-sized cards (2 1/2" x 3 1/2"). The set size represents a significant increase in the total number of cards from those of previous years. Key rookie cards in the set include Eddie Murray (#36) and Paul Molitor (#707) who shares his card with another notable rookie in the form of Alan Trammell. Other notable rookie cards included in the set are Jack Morris (#703), Lou Whitaker (#704) and Lance Parrish (#708). The set also boasts cards from over 20 Hall of Fame players including three from Yankees slugger, Reggie Jackson.SubsetsThe 1978 Topps Baseball card set includes the following subsets within the master base set:Record Breakers (#1-7)League Leaders (#201-208)Playoff and World Series highlights (#276-277)Rookie stars (#701-711)DesignThe design of the 1978 Topps Baseball card set is one of the most subdued of the decade. Relying heavily on the photography rather than color and design elements, the overall design allows the card's story to be told strictly through the player images which dominate the available geography of the cardboard canvas. A bold cursive-like script in the bottom left hand corner displays the team nickname of the depicted player, with their name designated in the area outside the color border which houses the image. A small baseball in the upper right-hand corner lists the player's fielding position.The rest of the card's story is told on the reverse which contains a wealth of information. A detailed listing of biographical and statistical information is accompanied by a brief trivia piece about the player. Using an orange and blue color scheme, the card backs are instantly identifiable compared to those from previous years in the decade. Removed from the cards is the customary cartoon and is instead replaced by a "play" in a baseball card game.DistributionAll 726 cards of the 1978 Topps Baseball card set were printed in a single series, Because of the size of the set and the number of cards available on each printing sheet, their are 66 cards that were double printed including those of Pete Rose and Jack Morris. Available at the time in wax packs, cello packs, rack packs and vending boxes, consumers had a variety of options and price points to choose from when purchasing 1978 Topps baseball cards.Condition IssuesCommon condition issues for the set include mis-cuts, print defects and smudging. Particularly notorious for being able to find in high-grade are cards of Nolan Ryan (#400), George Brett (#100) and the Paul Molitor rookie card.OdditiesDespite having a rookie card the previous year (#476), Atlanta Braves prospect, Dale Murphy, has a second rookie card. Card number 708, which he shares with Lance Parrish, again lists him as a rookie catcher. Most collectors, however, attribute only the 1977 card as Dale Murphy's official rookie card.We believe that all our listings are 100% Original and Authentic unless otherwise noted. 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Set: 1978 Topps (Baseball)
Card Thickness: 55 Pt.
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Card Size: Standard
Custom Bundle: No
Card Number: 123
Card Name: 1978 Topps Baseball
Event/Tournament: N/A
Season: 1978
Material: Card Stock
Card Condition: Fair
Graded: No
California Prop 65 Warning: N/A
Player/Athlete: Brooks Robinson, Carl Yastrzemski, Eddie Murray, Jamie Quirk, Jim Essian, Lou Brock, Nolan Ryan, Pete Rose, Reggie Jackson, Rich Gossage, Stan Bahnsen, Thurman Munson, Tony Perez, Willie McCovey
Type: Sports Trading Card
Features: Base Set, Checklist
Vintage: Yes
Manufacturer: Topps
Sport: Baseball
Language: English
Autograph Format: Not Autographed
Autograph Authentication: Not Authenticated
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Team: Atlanta Braves, Baltimore Orioles, Boston Red Sox, Chicago Cubs, Chicago White Sox, Cincinnati Reds, Cleveland Indians, Detroit Tigers, Houston Astros, Kansas City Royals, Milwaukee Brewers, Minnesota Twins, Montreal Expos, New York Mets, New York Yankees, Philadelphia Phillies, Pittsburgh Pirates, San Diego Padres, San Francisco Giants, Seattle Mariners, St. Louis Cardinals, Texas Rangers, Toronto Blue Jays
League: Major League (MLB)
Autographed: No
